Healthcare | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 3:16 pm

The Digital Healthcare conference to host leading thought leaders in Dubai

This May, leading thought leaders and innovators from the ever expanding healthcare information technology sector in the GCC region will come together at the Technology and Innovation in Digital Healthcare Conference 2016, taking place on 17th and 18th May in Dubai, who will be meeting world class...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 2:57 pm

British Council’s ‘Schools Now! Conference’ concludes in Abu Dhabi

There are more than 350 private schools in the UAE catering to over 470, 000 students, of which 81,000 (17%) are Emirati. Interestingly, of the top 14 outstanding schools in Dubai, 10 follow British Curriculum.    These statistics were highlighted on the concluding day of the...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 12:48 pm

Dubai Customs Officials and members of Dubai Club for the Disabled enjoy open sporting day

Dubai Customs (DC) staged a joyous sports day along with fellows of Dubai Club for the Disabled. DC officials, personnel and staff with disability partook in a series of sporting activities which included ping-pong, boccia and wheelchair basketball. The events were held at DC Headquarters in Port...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 12:40 pm

Sharjah Arab Children Forum Registration Opens

The General Department of Children Centres in Sharjah, a Department of the Sharjah Supreme Council for Family Affairs, announced today that the registration for the 12th edition of the Sharjah Arab Children Forum (SCAF) is officially opened for all Arab children across the pan-Arab and MENA region...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 12:33 pm

KPMG and DED focus on taxing times

A business seminar co-hosted by KPMG and Dubai Exports, an agency of the Government of Dubai’s Department of Economic Development has highlighted how recent developments in the regional tax landscape could impact GCC businesses and investments. One key theme that emerged from the...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 11:40 am

Victorinox Swiss Army and Acer Infuse Smart Technology into Lifestyle Products

Victorinox, a manufacturer of high quality Swiss lifestyle products, and Acer, one of the world’s top five personal computer companies, today announced a partnership to introduce wearable technology into Victorinox Swiss Army’s portfolio. The two companies will unveil their first...

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Technology & IT | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:54 am

Etisalat Super Cup 16 tournament to take winners to Manchester to watch live Manchester City match

Etisalat announced today the launch of its ‘Etisalat Super Cup 16 Tournament’, inviting UAE’s video gaming enthusiasts to play and win FIFA 16, an association football simulation video game developed by EA sports. Etisalat will offer three winners an exclusive chance of a free...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:20 am

International products and ideas on show at The Big 5 Saudi

Demanding economic times increase the need for construction contractors to find new ways to remain competitive, both to win bids and ensure current projects are delivered to budget.    In Saudi Arabia, where the construction market remains strong despite the slump in oil prices,...

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Culture & Education | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:15 am

British Council’s “Schools Now! Conference” calls for narrowing the gap between academic knowledge and workplace skills

Around 200 delegates from across the globe assembled today (Tuesday, 1st March) in Abu Dhabi for the ‘Schools Now! Conference’ organised by British Council’s Partner Schools Network (PSN), a global network of schools, under the theme ‘Empowering Leaders, Teachers and...

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Business & Money | Wednesday 2 March, 2016 10:13 am

Firoz Merchant named Philanthropist of the Year

In recognition of his tireless work to help incarcerated prisoners in the UAE, Founder & Chairman of Pure Gold Jewellers, Firoz Merchant was conferred the Philanthropist of the Year award at the Indian CEO Awards held at Conrad Hotel Dubai. Over 300 of the region’s most successful...

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